Listen to I Always Loved You, an enchanting audiobook by Robin Oliveira. Step into the mesmerizing world of Belle Époque Paris, where the young and determined Mary Cassatt embarks on a journey to become an artist after the Civil War. But her dreams face a setback when her submission to the prestigious Paris Salon is rejected after a decade of hard work. As doubts and pressures mount, Mary's resolve begins to waver.
Amidst the turmoil, Mary's father urges her to return to Philadelphia and find a suitable husband before it's too late. To make matters worse, her sister Lydia falls mysteriously ill, adding to Mary's mounting despair and self-doubt. Just when she needs it the most, fate intervenes.
One fateful evening, Mary is introduced to the enigmatic Edgar Degas, and her life takes an unexpected turn. Little does she know that Degas had pleaded for the introduction. In that moment, their meeting feels like a miraculous event. Thus begins a defining period in Mary's life and a relationship filled with passion and turbulence.
With her signature grace and uncommon insight into the complexities of the human heart, Oliveira masterfully recreates the irresistible charm and allure of Belle Époque Paris. Venture into this captivating tale and experience the indomitable spirit of a woman driven by her artistic passions and the trials she faces in the pursuit of love and artistic success.
Listen to I Always Loved You, narrated by the talented Mozhan Marnò. Immerse yourself in an 11-hour and 8-minute journey, as Oliveira's words come alive in Marnò's velvety voice. Discover the enthralling world of Mary Cassatt and Edgar Degas's tumultuous romance in this beautifully narrated audiobook.
Rating: 2.7 out of 5.